How to Make Southwestern Grilled Chicken with Lime Butter - A Step-by-Step Guide

Southwestern grilled chicken with lime butter is a delicious and flavorful dish that is perfect for a summer cookout or a weeknight dinner. This recipe brings together the bold and spicy flavors of the Southwest with the bright and zesty flavor of lime butter to create a mouthwatering dish that is sure to impress your friends and family.

The key to this recipe is the marinade, which infuses the chicken with a rich and smoky flavor. The marinade is made with a blend of spices such as c...

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon McCormick® Ground Cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon McCormick® Chili Powder
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cocoa powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon McCormick® Black Pepper, Ground
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 3 ½ pounds bone-in chicken parts
  • ½ cup butter, melted
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 1 serrano chile, minced
  • 2 tablespoons finely minced white onion
  • ¼ cup finely chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 pinch McCormick® Black Pepper, Ground

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • In a small bowl, combine first 8 ingredients. With a spoon or a basting brush, spread seasoning paste over the chicken.
  • Grill chicken using medium heat for a gas grill or indirect heat for a charcoal grill. Close the lid and grill until chicken reaches 180 degrees F in the thighs and 170 degrees F in the breast, about 30 minutes.
  • In a small bowl, combine all lime butter ingredients. Drizzle over chicken just before serving or serve separately for dipping.
  • Nutrition

    404 cal.

    • Total Fat: 31g
    • Saturated Fat: 12g
    • Cholesterol: 118mg
    • Sodium: 334mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 3g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 28g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 34mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 219mg